About the Black Cuckoo
The Black Cuckoo (Cuculus clamosus) is a species of bird in the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), within the order Cuculiformes. This family contains 156 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blacuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Cuculus clamosus |
| Species Codes | blacuc1, BLCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Cuckoo belong to?
The Black Cuckoo (Cuculus clamosus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Black Cuckoo?
The Black Cuckoo is a member of the Cuckoos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blacuc1, or on iNaturalist.